Overview
"Chris Metzger, MD, believes in a straightforward yet deeply personal approach to patient care: ""Treat every patient with the same compassion and dedication you would want for yourself and your loved ones."" As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Metzger takes great pride in providing both preventive and life-saving treatments, finding fulfillment in making a meaningful difference in his patients' lives. Originally from Pittsburgh, Dr. Metzger feels privileged to serve the Appalachian Highlands community. He considers this region home because of its warm-hearted people and beautiful rolling hills.".
Dr. Metzger is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.
Dr. Metzger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 90 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Metzger is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
16000 Johnston Memorial Drive, Suite 212A, Abingdon, VA 24211
2050 Meadowview Parkway, Kingsport, TN 37660
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Metzger has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute
"Mark Aziz, MD, followed his parents' path by becoming a physician. Dr. Aziz is originally from Egypt, but the beautiful mountains and lakes drew him to the Appalachian Highlands. ""This is a great place to raise a family and practice medicine,"" says Dr. Aziz. He enjoys providing cardiac services to the region. Listening to his patients gives Dr. Aziz the information he needs to develop their treatment strategy. Understanding his patients and their individual medical needs helps them lead healthier and happier lives.". Dr. Aziz is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Insufficiency, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Aziz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Aziz is currently accepting new patients.
Pikeville Medical Center Inc
Muhammad Ahmad is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Pikeville, Kentucky. Dr. Ahmad is highly rated in 46 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute
Ahmed Khan is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Khan is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Atherectomy. Dr. Khan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David C. Metzger
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David C. Metzger?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David C. Metzger by calling their office at 276-258-3740. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David C. Metzger a top-rated expert for Carotid Artery Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David C. Metzger is classified as an Distinguished expert for Carotid Artery Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David C. Metzger specialize in?
While Dr. David C. Metzger is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Carotid Artery Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Peripheral Artery Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. David C. Metzger participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David C. Metzger has published 90 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carotid Artery Disease. You can view a list of Dr. David C. Metzger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David C. Metzger accept my insurance?
Dr. David C. Metzger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 276-258-3740 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Metzger isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Metzger isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Heart AttackDr. Metzger isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)Dr. Metzger isDistinguished. Learn about Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Metzger isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Advanced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- AnginaDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- AngioplastyDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- EmbolectomyDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Embolectomy.
- Retinopathy ArterioscleroticDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic.
- Stent PlacementDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- ThrombectomyDr. Metzger isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Experienced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- AtherectomyDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Atherectomy.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- High CholesterolDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
- Stable AnginaDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Unstable AnginaDr. Metzger isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.